VENUE SPOTLIGHT • PRIAM VINEYARDS
Priam Vineyards has been a Gourmet Galley exclusive venue since the spring of 2017! We’ve had the privilege of working at their beautiful countryside event space and are truly excited to shine a light on them for those who’ve always dreamed of a Connecticut vineyard wedding.
They are:
… A 40-acre farm
… Completely solar powered
… Certified vegan
… Insecticide Free
… Sustainably grown
… 100% estate
Venue highlights:
Brand New tasting room, 2019
Tented Weddings – floored with grey rug and wood dance floor
Bistro Lights, included
Private – one event per day
75 guests, inside the Winemakers Room
150 – 300 guests, tented
300 + guests, supplemental tents required – space for up to 500
Rustic Vineyard
Country setting
Quiet/private
11pm curfew
5-hour block
Includes 3 parking attendants, restrooms, tables, and white garden chairs
2 ceremony locations
Pet friendly
Words from a past Priam groom, “the most memorable thing is the view from the top of the hill. You can see half the state; it’s so peaceful and beautiful. It’s truly a unique space that can be transformed to whatever you want. The vineyard layout is really special as well. Rolling hills that wrap around the estate and the tented event space feels like the summit of a mountain.”
Gloria Priam began planting her vineyard back in 1998 with dreams of being a grower for CT Vineyards after a long career in NYC. All of that changed once she realized the quality of product being produced from her land and Priam Vineyards was born. After dedicating every available hour to procuring federal and state liquor licensing, the winery officially opened its doors in 2003. Today, she and co-owner, Jim Meilo continue to direct the growth of the winery business, weddings, events, and wine sales.
Located in Colchester, CT, Priam Vineyards is just 25 minutes from Hartford, Norwich, or Mohegan Sun. Looking to split your time between the quiet country and the bustling historic shoreline? Head to Mystic, just 45 minutes away where friends and family can enjoy more of the Connecticut Wine Trail, craft breweries, James Beard award winning restaurants and activities for the entire family.